VuePix Infiled LED Technology Transforms the University of Auckland’s Hiwa Recreation and Wellbeing Centre

A New Benchmark for Student Wellbeing and Digital Engagement

The University of Auckland has unveiled one of New Zealand’s most advanced recreation and wellbeing facilities, combining world-class sporting infrastructure with cutting-edge digital technology to create a highly connected and engaging student experience.

Spanning eight levels and more than 26,000 square metres, the new Hiwa Recreation and Wellbeing Centre represents a significant investment in student health, wellbeing and community. The facility features New Zealand’s largest gym fit-out, an aquatic hall, two multipurpose sports halls, squash courts, a bouldering wall, rooftop turf and running track, all supported by an integrated network of VuePix Infiled LED display solutions supplied by ULA Group via Connect NZ and Resolution AV.

More than simply displaying information, the LED technology plays a critical role in shaping how students, staff and visitors interact with the facility, creating dynamic spaces that encourage participation, improve communication and enhance the overall campus experience.

The digital vision for the project was established through early collaboration between Jay Ban from the University of Auckland, Division 27 Consultants and ULA Group. Together, the team explored how strategically placed LED displays could become an integral part of the building’s architecture while supporting the University’s broader goals around student engagement and connectivity.

Following construction, Connect NZ and Resolution Audio Visual were appointed to supply and deliver the AV integration, bringing the vision to life through a sophisticated deployment of VuePix Infiled LED technology throughout the venue.